THE ABCS OF EARTHQUAKE RETROFIT
ANCHOR
Steel bolts or special foundation plates are used to connect the structure to the foundation.
BRACE
Sheets of plywood are nailed along the structure to increase shear (horizontal) strength.
CLIP/CONNECT
Flooring elements are connected and reinforced.
ABOUT
A-FFIX LLC
A-FFIX LLC is a Seattle-based earthquake retrofit contractor specializing in home earthquake retrofit and seismic preparedness.
We pride ourselves on being the most experienced, most knowledgeable earthquake retrofitter in the region, with the highest commitment to quality and customer security.
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Founded in 1999 — twenty years in the business
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Experienced with all kinds of homes, small commercial buildings, and foundations.
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Trusted in the community — awarded by City of Seattle, educator for Seattle Emergency Management, Phinney Ridge Community Center & others
As a small family business, A-FFIX LLC puts customers and quality first. All jobs are overseen by founder Bruce Schoonmaker and foreman Martin Schoonmaker.
A-FFIX LLC is insured, bonded, and licensed in the state of Washington under license number AFFIXL*015KS.
Follow this link to view Bruce Schoonmaker's instructional videos on retrofit and preparedness topics.
1999
777
and counting
2331
and counting
Year Established
Homes
Retrofitted
Happy
Customers
WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING
“A-FFIX was a pleasure to work with from start to finish.
All of their employees were knowledgeable, friendly, and kept us informed about what they were doing.”
CONTACT US
QUESTIONS
For any inquiries, questions or comments, please call: 206-284-6226 or fill out the following form below.
CONTACT US
Telephone: 206-284-6226
WA STATE LICENSE:
AFFIXL*015KS
A-FFIX LLC is a Seattle-based earthquake retrofit contractor specializing in home earthquake retrofit and seismic
preparedness serving the Puget Sound region, including Bainbridge and Vashon Islands, since 1999.